Hwang Jin Yi (film)

Hwang Jin Yi Hangul is a 2007 South Korean biographical drama film directed by Chang Yoonhyun. Based on Hong Seokjungs 2002 novel Hwangjini which won the Manhae Prize for Literature in 2004, the film is about the life of Hwang Jinyi, the most famous courtesan or gisaeng in Korean history, starring Song Hyekyo in the title role.

Hwang Jin Yi was highly anticipated due to the star power of Song Hyekyo, and many expected the film to be a box office hit. It received 1,270,644 admissions nationwide however, due to itsbillion budget, it was not enough for the producers to turn a profit.

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